2008 Robinson R44 Raven II for sale

2008 Robinson R44 Raven II

Piston Helicopters

FOR SALE
$315,000
Total Time 872 hrs
Seats 4
Engine Lycoming IO-540-AE1A5
Cruise 113 kts (209 km/h)
ICAO Type R44
✓ Clean NTSB ✓ Verified recently

Aircraft Details

Seller reported

Description

For sale is a first run 2008 R44 Raven 2 with AC. This helicopter is VFR equipped. Please note that this helicopter was involved in an accident and has been repaired. 872 total time since new airframe 872 total time since new engine, with full tear down inspection at 861.5 by Triad Included in the sale: Fresh paint 2024 (trim is painted, N numbers are vinyl) Fresh interior 2024 (carpet, headliner, leather seats) Attitude gyro Digital clock NAT audio controller Bendix/King KY196A radio Garmin GNC 250XL Bendix/King KT76C transponder ADS-B out via tail beacon Bladder tanks installed Dual controls included Ground handling wheels not included AC installed Last compressions 79,79,79,79,78,79 Last annual completed March 2024 at 861.5 total time since new Life Limited Parts at 861.5TTSN: New frame assembly TR gearbox 1129.4 TTSN TR driveshaft 2156.5 TTSN TR guard 1129.4 TTSN TR hub 859.8 TTSN TR blades – current tails expire January 2025, new tail rotor blades are on order and are part of the sale MRGB 894.3 TTSN Tail cone 2199 TTSN Horizontal stabilizer new Swashplate 894.3 TTSN Main rotor hub 1129.4 TTSN MR blades 859.8 TTSN and will expire 4/11/2030 Helicopter is located in Tennessee Digital copies of the logbooks are available upon request via DropBox Call or text Jimmy at

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$315,000

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AeroGurus Data & Analysis

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About This Robinson R44 Raven II

This 2008 Robinson R44 Raven II is a 4-seat piston helicopters with 872 hours on the airframe. There are currently 259 R44 Raven II aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $30,000 to $899,999. This aircraft is priced below the market average at $315,000.

The R44 Raven II cruises at 113 kts (209 km/h) with a range of 300 nm (556 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 14,000 ft allows operation above most weather.

Operating costs: Fuel burn is 16 GPH (61 L/h), which at current Jet-A prices (~$5.50/gal) means approximately $88/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $200/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 872 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has 1,328 hours remaining to engine TBO .

NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.

Pre-Purchase Checklist

Safety record: 0 NTSB incidents
Airframe: 872 hours — verify engine time vs TBO (2,200 hrs)
Budget $240 for pre-purchase inspection

Robinson R44 Raven II — Model Specs

Model specification

Standard specs for this model. Actual aircraft may differ.

Seats
4
Cruise Speed
113 kts (209 km/h)
Max Speed
130 kts (241 km/h)
Range
300 nm (556 km)
Ceiling
14,000 ft (4,267 m)
Max Weight
2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)
Useful Load
994 lbs (451 kg)
Horsepower
245 HP
Fuel Capacity
46 gal (174 L)
Fuel Burn
16 GPH (61 L/h)
TBO
2,200 hrs

Estimated Cost of Ownership

AeroGurus estimate

ROBINSON R44 Raven II

Fuel Burn
16.0 GPH
~$104/hr
Variable Cost
$200/hr
fuel + mx + reserves
Annual Fixed
$25,000/yr
hangar + insurance + annual
Engine Overhaul
$150,000
every 2,200 hrs

AeroGurus estimates based on industry averages for the ROBINSON R44 Raven II. Actual costs vary by location, usage, maintenance history, and configuration. Not a financial quote.

Ownership & Registration

Registration number not available.

Location & Ownership

FAA records

Aircraft Location

Location not available

Title Status

No FAA title records

Available for US-registered aircraft only

Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.

Safety Record

NTSB safety data coming soon.

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